Tigers travel to face Twins in series opener
TEAM STATS
DET 4.7 R 4.2
.247 AVG .238
198 HR 191
61 SB 114
3.95 ERA 4.55
.241 OAV .256
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Troy Melton DET #52 - P
The Tigers added Framber Valdez to the top of their rotation Wednesday, but Melton figures to stick in the No. 5 spot for now with Reese Olson (shoulder) uncertain to be ready for the start of the season, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports.
Konnor Pilkington DET #45 - P
The Tigers signed Pilkington to a minor-league contract Monday that includes an invitation to spring training, Jon Heyman of the New York Post reports.
Brooks Lee MIN #22 - 3B
Lee is the favorite to start at shortstop for the Twins but must show improved range and more consistent offense, Dan Hayes of The Athletic reports.
Bailey Ober MIN #17 - P
Ober worked with a specialist much of the offseason after dealing with a nagging hip issue in 2025 and has noticed a "big difference," Dan Hayes of The Athletic reports.
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